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As reported by The StarLi shared in an interview with Sanlian Lifeweek his perspective on death, describing it as a natural and inevitable part of the human experience.

“When people around me pass away, others may be used to mourning, but I personally don’t attend funerals,” he said. “Some say I’m heartless or have no feelings, but I always tell them no one gets through life without losing a loved one.”

Li also explained that he does not see sadness or regret after the death of a loved one.

“Why should we feel sad or regretful? I believe such emotions only exist for avatars trapped in a game,” he said. “Life is transient.”

The actor noted that in many dramas, characters often express regret for not meeting someone one last time or failing to fulfill their final wishes before death. However, for him, these emotions do not hold the same significance.

Li encouraged others to live life to the fullest and cherish each moment rather than dwelling on the inevitability of death.

“If I know I’m going to die, should I spend every day worrying about it, or should I cherish each moment?” he said. “I believe living each day to the fullest is far more important.”

At 62, Li’s journey began with hardship. Born in Beijing, China, he faced financial struggles after losing his father at just two years old. Li was recognized for his Wushu talent at age eight, becoming the national all-around champion from 1975 to 1979 before retiring due to a knee injury. He later became an assistant coach for the Beijing Wushu team.

Li’s success in sports led to a career in martial arts films, with his 1982 hit “Shaolin Temple” breaking box office records in China. Its 1984 sequel “Kids From Shaolin” also became the highest-grossing film of that year.

Li made his international debut in the 1998 film “Lethal Weapon 4” and went on to star in major Hollywood films like “The Expendables” and “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor.”

In 2011, Li confirmed he had obtained Singaporean citizenship, according to AFP.